Pure
Synopsis
On the eve of her cotillion ball, a young Black girl grapples with her queer identity and questions her purity.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
BFI Flare 2021
Festival / Special Debut
August 13, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Natalie Jasmine Harris
- Screenplay & Story
- Natalie Jasmine Harris
- Original Score
- Carmen Lustik
- Original Title
- Pure
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Carmen Lustik
Denise Zhou, Natalie Jasmine Harris
Gwendolyn Bright, Natalie Jasmine Harris, Harold Lancer, Michael A. Johnson, Natalie Holley
Department Leadership Roster
Denise Zhou
Editor
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Producer
Saunder Lynne Boyle
Production Design
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Writer
Natalie Holley
Producer
Alexyss Robinson
Producer
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Editor
Amanda Gordon
Producer
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pure
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pure about?
On the eve of her cotillion ball, a young Black girl grapples with her queer identity and questions her purity.
Who directed Pure?
Pure was directed by Natalie Jasmine Harris.
Who stars in Pure?
The principal cast of Pure includes Mikayla LaShae Bartholomew, Jacob Daniel Smith, Josca Moore, Aaron Casey, Yohance Barton.
When was Pure released and how long is it?
Pure was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Pure?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pure was composed by Carmen Lustik.